Women of the Romance Countries by John R. Effinger
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"Woman of the Romance Countries" by John R. Effinger is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the influence and roles of women in Italian and Spanish society through various historical periods, detailing their impact on culture, politics, and religion. The narrative is framed by a critical examination of women like Countess Matilda of Tuscany, showcasing both their struggles and achievements within the context of the prevailing
societal norms. The opening portion of the book introduces the reader to the societal conditions of the 11th century, particularly in Italy, focusing on the limitations placed upon women during the feudal era. John R. Effinger discusses the revered Countess Matilda, who, despite the oppressive norms of her time, rose to prominence due to her intelligence and political savvy, ultimately playing a crucial role for the papacy. The narrative highlights the misconceptions about women's roles, the stark contrast between the lives of noblewomen and peasant women, and the complicated dynamics of marriage, power, and inheritance that defined their existence in that turbulent historical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Effinger, John R. (John Robert), 1869-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | Women of the Romance Countries |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Alison Hadwin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Women -- Italy -- History |
| Subject | Women -- Spain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18642 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18642-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 21, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 649 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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